Hazelwood mine inquiry: Premier says there will be public submissions

Former justice Bernard Teague will head the inquiry into the mine fire.

ABC News: Patrick Rocca

Victorian Premier Denis Napthine says the inquiry into the Hazelwood coal mine fire will seek submissions from local residents.

About 100 people went to Morwell's town hall on Sunday to officially document how they have been affected by the fire.

Some residents are worried that the inquiry's terms of reference will stop them having their say.

But Dr Napthine says locals should get the chance to voice their concerns.

"The actual conduct of the inquiry is a decision for the Bernie Teague and the fellow directors, but I would fully expect they will call for public submissions and that will give everybody the opportunity to have their say," he said.

John Biran is recording his story.

He already had a pre-existing heart condition and last weekend he had a heart attack.

"The stress we've been going through, that's what, has caused it," he said.